Madonna, Shakira and BTS set to headline first-ever halftime show at FIFA World Cup 2026

Madonna, Shakira, and K-Pop superstars BTS are all gearing up to headline the first World Cup final halftime show.

The news was shared through a post by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, who mentioned more regarding this lineup through a social media video featuring characters from Sesame Street and the Muppets.

The show will have landmark performances and appearances by a host of other leading celebs, making it a memorable night for all, insiders shared.

The final is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, as per local media outlets.

FIFA's president also shared details about this event through a post published on social media, adding how plans for the show were finalized in March last year. It would lead to a half-time interval during the final lasting longer than the classic 15 minutes.